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    Prompt (en. Prompt)

    /pʁɔ̃pt/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A reminder or encouragement to act.
    The prompt given by the teacher helped him focus.
    Le prompt donné par le professeur l’a aidé à se concentrer.
    adjective
    Which occurs quickly or without delay.
    Her response was very prompt.
    Sa réponse a été très prompte.
    Which encourages action.
    A prompt warning can prevent accidents.
    Un avertissement prompt peut éviter des accidents.
    Which manifests quickly.
    She showed a prompt recovery.
    Elle a montré un prompt rétablissement.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'promptus', meaning 'visible, ready, at hand'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    act promptly
    To act quickly, without delay.
    agir promptement
    prompt reaction
    A reaction that occurs without delay.
    réaction prompte
    prompt response
    A response provided quickly.
    réponse prompte

    Related Words

    promptitude
    The quality of being prompt, swiftness.
    promptitude
    promptuary
    Which encourages speed.
    promptuaire
    promptly
    In a quick manner.
    promptement

    Slang Meanings

    Fast as lightning.
    He finished the work promptly; he's a true prompt!
    Il a terminé le travail promptement, c'est un vrai prompt!
    Quick and efficient action.
    She gave a prompt response, like a pro.
    Elle a donné une réponse prompt, comme une pro.